2026 NSCA Fall PERFORMANCE SUMMITS
Explore Five Topic-Driven Strength & Conditioning Events Across the United States
September 26, 2026 | In Person Only | Five Locations Nationwide | 0.8 CEUs Category A
Overview
Choose Your Focus Across the Strength Spectrum
The 2026 NSCA Performance Summits return this fall with a choice of five focused themes, five locations, and one powerful day of strength and conditioning insights.
Built for professionals who expect more from continuing education, each Summit brings together respected leaders, real takeaways, and a community centered on shared performance questions.
Find the topic that fits your goals and earn 0.8 CEUs during the final year of the 2024–2026 NSCA recertification cycle.
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Dillon Hines, CSCS |
“The speakers and topics were great and extremely valuable. The event itself was well organized, and I came away feeling like I couldn’t wait for the next one.” |
Topics and Locations
Discover a Summit Designed for Your Focus
APTA & NSCA Return to Play
The George Washington University | Washington, D.C.
Bridge the rehabilitation-to-performance continuum with specialized education on the decisions, progressions, and collaboration that guide athletes back to sport.
Supported by APTA and the NSCA Mid-Atlantic Region
Coaching for Impact Sports
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center | Columbia, SC
Prepare athletes for the demands of impact sports with elite insights on availability, force transfer, sport science, and high-performance coaching decisions.
Supported by the NSCA Southeast Region
Exercise Techniques and Progressions
Springfield College | Springfield, MA
Refine how you coach movement with practical exercise progressions, training adjustments, and techniques that support athletes and clients across populations.
Supported by the NSCA Northeast Region
Power Sports Performance
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy | Plainfield, IN
Build explosive qualities with advanced methods for power development, velocity-based training, and the coaching decisions that turn force into performance.
Supported by the NSCA Great Lakes Region
Youth Strength and Conditioning
University of St. Thomas | St. Paul, MN
Guide young athletes with age-aware strategies, stronger training systems, and progressions aligned with long-term athletic development in school and sport settings.
Supported by the NSCA North Central Region
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Andrea (Cota) Powell, PhD, CSCS |
“I enjoyed the format — having one area of focus, a strong group of speakers, and different perspectives. It definitely made it more worthwhile to travel and attend.” |
Pricing
Lock In Your Fall Summit Savings Early
| Early Bird Through September 9 |
Standard September 10 – On-Site |
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$135 | $185 |
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$115 | $165 |
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APTA & NSCA Return to Play Only: This rate applies to all attendees |
$115 | $165 |
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$50 | $60 |
Each Summit Offers 0.8 CEUs
Category A toward the 2024 – 2026 NSCA recertification cycle.
FAQ
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Do I need to attend all five Summits to earn 0.8 CEUs?
No. Each Performance Summit offers 0.8 CEUs in Category A on its own. Because all Summits take place at the same time nationwide, you only need to attend the one you choose.
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Are the Summits offered virtually?
No. All Spring 2026 NSCA Fall Performance Summits are in-person events only.
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Where are the Summits held?
The 2026 NSCA Fall Performance Summits take place at five in-person locations across the country. There is no virtual component.
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- APTA & NSCA Return to Play | The George Washington University | Washington, D.C.
- Coaching for Impact Sports | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center | Columbia, SC
- Exercise Techniques and Progressions | Springfield College | Springfield, MA
- Youth Strength and Conditioning | University of St. Thomas | St. Paul, MN
- Power Sports Performance | Indiana Law Enforcement Academy | Plainfield, IN
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Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment
National Strength and Conditioning Association is dedicated to providing a harassment-free and discrimination-free experience for everyone at NSCA events. NSCA seeks to provide an event environment in which diverse attendees may learn, network and enjoy the company of colleagues in a professional atmosphere. NSCA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of attendees in any form.
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Cancellation Policy
Event Cancellation: Sign up by the early registration date to lock in early bird pricing and help ensure the clinic isn't cancelled due to low registration!
Individual Cancellation: All refund requests must be submitted in writing (email) and should state the reason for cancellation. No refunds will be accepted over the phone.
Email: conferences@nsca.com50% refund if postmarked on or before the early registration date.
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Other Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive the speaker PowerPoint presentations?
If they are available, you will receive them via email within 2 weeks after the event.Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
Yes. A certificate will be emailed to you approximately 2 weeks after the event.How do I report my CEUs?
The NSCA will automatically apply the CEUs to your NSCA account. If you need to report CEUs elsewhere, you may use the Certificate of Attendance.Can anyone register for this event?
Yes. Anyone who is interested in an NSCA event can register.Do I need a Membership to register?
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No. You only need an NSCA Account to register. If you do not have one, you can create one for free.
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